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Endava accelerates Australian growth with key acquisitions
Unified Communications

Endava accelerates Australian growth with key acquisitions

Endava restructures leadership and strategy post-acquisition of Mudbath and DEK Technologies, enhancing its Australian capabilities for significant digital transformation growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
NSW launches first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy
Unified Communications

NSW launches first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy

NSW launches its first comprehensive Digital Inclusion Strategy to bridge the digital divide, inviting public and stakeholder feedback on the initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia
Data Analytics

The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia

Australia's fintech sector, powered by innovation, technology, and government backing, has surged from AUD $250 million in 2015 to AUD $45 billion in 2023.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion
Generative AI

Generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion

New research by Accenture shows generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion by 2038, adding 0.75% to annual GDP growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Global Stories

Banking stories

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance
Digital Transformation

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024
Data Analytics

US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
First AML & Armalytix join forces to elevate AML processes
Fintech

First AML & Armalytix join forces to elevate AML processes

First AML has partnered with Open Banking tech platform Armalytix to boost Source of Funds and Source of Wealth capabilities for large conveyancing firms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping
Fintech

Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping

Australian shoppers trust Amazon far more than emerging rivals Temu and Shein, reveals a Pattern study. Only 7% vouch for Temu's product quality.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize
Fintech

MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize

MYOB invites tech students from Australia and New Zealand to compete for NZD $10,000 in the 10th annual Digital Challenge. Registrations now open.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Generative AI could boost Asia-Pacific economy by $4.5 trillion
EduTech

Generative AI could boost Asia-Pacific economy by $4.5 trillion

New Accenture research suggests responsible AI adoption could boost APAC's economy by $4.5 trillion in 15 years, elevating GDP growth by 0.7 percentage points annually.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Banking stories

UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges
Fintech

UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges

A new report by IFX Payments reveals that 78% of UK SMEs are set to expand globally despite facing challenges from ring-fencing regulations and Brexit.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Xero revamps subscription plans for NZ business customers
Migration

Xero revamps subscription plans for NZ business customers

Xero will debut new business subscription plans in NZ from 12 September 2024 to streamline accounting services and integrate key features directly.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Jio launches 'JioFinance' app to revolutionise digital banking
Digital Transformation

Jio launches 'JioFinance' app to revolutionise digital banking

Jio Financial Services launches the 'JioFinance' app beta, aiming to revolutionise digital banking and financial activities for Indian citizens.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions
Fintech

Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions

Trustly's 2023 annual report reveals a 79% surge in transactions, totaling US$58 billion, and a 51% rise in operating profit, driven by its expanded presence and strategic acquisitions in Europe.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking
Unified Communications

Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking

Cogo and Terra Nova Foundation unveil Earth+ programme in New Zealand to help not-for-profits in Canterbury and Nelson.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Survey: millennials & men most targeted by financial fraud
Fintech

Survey: millennials & men most targeted by financial fraud

Millennials and men, particularly those aged 35-44, are most frequently targeted by financial fraud, reveals an Arbuthnot Latham survey.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Trustly's Azura checkout boosts user spending & conversions
Data Protection

Trustly's Azura checkout boosts user spending & conversions

Trustly's Azura checkout technology has transformed consumer payment habits across Europe, boosting spending, frequency, transaction speed, and conversion rates.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024